Training future leaders in clinical and translational science
Official title: CTSA K12 Program at the Medical University of South Carolina
Funded at Medical University of South Carolina · NIH-11010475 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program at the Medical University of South Carolina helps new researchers learn how to turn lab discoveries into real health solutions, giving them personalized support and training over two to three years to improve health outcomes.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Medical University of South Carolina NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Charleston, United States) |
| Project start | May 27, 2025 |
| Project end | April 30, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $756,000 |
| NIH project number | 1K12TR005297-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11010475 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are junior faculty members interested in pursuing careers in clinical and translational research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in academic or clinical research may not directly benefit from this program.
What this research studies
This program at the Medical University of South Carolina focuses on mentoring and training emerging scholars in clinical and translational science. It aims to support junior faculty members in their development into independent researchers who can translate laboratory findings into real-world health interventions. Scholars receive personalized training and mentorship over a two to three-year period, with a strong emphasis on improving health outcomes through innovative research. The program has a proven track record, with a high percentage of graduates securing independent funding.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health interventions and outcomes for patients through the development of new clinical practices.
How similar studies have gone: Previous iterations of this program have shown significant success, with 86% of graduates obtaining independent funding, indicating a strong potential for continued success.
Where this research is happening
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Medical University of South Carolina
Charleston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mcrae-Clark, Aimee L — Medical University of South Carolina
- Study coordinator: Mcrae-Clark, Aimee L
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.